JLG Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms and telehandlers, has unveiled significant updates to its electric equipment range to address industry demand for zero-emission and noise-controlled job sites. The enhancements include the introduction of standard AC drive motors and lithium-ion battery options across several product lines, including the ES electric slab scissor lifts, E18 driveable vertical mast lifts, and the E18MSP stock picker.
AC drive motors will now come as standard on the ES1932, ES2632, ES2646, and ES3246 scissor lifts, as well as the DaVinci™ all-electric AE1932 model. This development builds on the capabilities of the recently introduced ES4046, which already features an AC drive motor in Europe. The motors are virtually maintenance-free, reduce battery draw, and improve energy efficiency, offering lower operating costs and enhanced reliability.
The addition of lithium-ion batteries provides customers with greater flexibility and performance options. Customers can choose between Lithium, with one battery on most models, or Lithium+, which includes an additional battery for extended duty cycles.
These options ensure fast charging, longer lifespans, and zero performance degradation, addressing the growing need for efficient, sustainable equipment.The upgraded battery options will be available for the ES1330L, ES1530L, and ES4046 scissor lifts by Q1 2025, followed by the ES1932, ES2632, ES2646, and ES3246 later in the year. The E18 vertical lifts and the E18 stock picker will offer these options immediately.
Nicola Sacchet, EMEAI Product Manager for Boom, Scissor, and Vertical Products at JLG, commented:
“These updates reinforce JLG’s commitment to delivering innovative, market-leading solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability for construction and facility maintenance professionals.”
